The Beacon
In camp richardson provides a beautiful waterfront view, live music, their famous rum runners, and good food for less then the casinos.
Blue Dog Pizza
For the best Pizza in South Lake Tahoe, try Blue Dog Pizza. It's just next to Raleys, near the Heavenly Gondola. Good pizza, informal atmosphere read: loud, and friendly service.
Cabo Wabo Cantina
In the basement of harveys casino, it's owned by sammy hagar of van halen fame.
Fire and Ice
Below the marriott. great if you want a sports bar with a bbq pit.
Freshies
Hawaiian food restaurant, with both indoor and outdoor seating. their outside seating is on the roof, with a marvelous view of the lake, which is across the street from the lake. friendly and informal atmosphere. go during sunset for great views. moderate prices. 3330 lake tahoe blvd, south lake tahoe, ca. 530/542-3630. reservations not accepted.
Sprouts Cafe
3125 harrison ave cross-street lake tahoe blvd., south lake tahoe, 530 541-6969. organic healthy food including sandwiches, healthy vegetarian or meat burritos, nachos, and salads. smoothies and coffees. order at the counter. friendly service.